Fundraisers

TODAY: Gay’s Chapel BBQ

Gay’s Chapel United Methodist Church’ Semi-Annual Bar-B-Q is today from 10 a.m.-7 p.m., with sandwiches, pork plates, chicken plates and homemade desserts at 5545 Woodleaf Road. Call 704-633-8402 for take out orders.

TODAY: Mt. Mitchell UMC spaghetti dinner

KANNAPOLIS — Mt. Mitchell United Methodist Church, 6001 Old Salisbury Concord Road, is holding its All You Can Eat Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser today from 4–7 p.m. . Cost of the meal is $7. Children 6 and under eat free. Dine in or take-out.

TODAY: Christiana Lutheran’s car show 

Christiana Lutheran’s third annual car show is noon-5 p.m. for all vehicles and year models. Poker run 9 a.m.-noon. Judged categories, music, awards, raffles, prizes, goodie bags, food available for purchase. Register DOS, car show $15, poker run $15. Christiana Lutheran Church, 6190 Hwy 52 across from Erwin Middle and East Rowan High. Info at 704-633-3503.

Chicken noodle dumpling dinner 

4 p.m. until, Nov. 14: St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church, 4401 St. Stephen’s Church Road, $8 plate for soup, drink, crackers/bread, drink dessert. Proceeds go to charities of the WELCA chapter of Gold Hill. Info 704-279-3768.

Landmark Church chicken barbecue

Saturday, Nov. 14, 4 p.m. until sold out, at Landmark Church, 1910 Mooresville Road. Eat in: 1/2 chicken, slaw, baked beans, dessert, bread, drink. Take out: same menu, no drink included. Hot dogs available. All donations go to missions. Call 704-633-8200.

Bethel UMC spaghetti dinner

MOCKSVILLE —Bethel United Methodist Church, 353 Bethel Church Road, will host a benefit dinner for Megan Owens on Tuesday, Nov. 10 from 4-7 p.m. . Dinner includes spaghetti with meat sauce, garlic bread, salad, homemade cobblers, tea and coffee. All donations will go to help offset Megan’s medical expenses as she fights Acute Myeloid Leukemia. The Rev. Tony Owens is host pastor.

 

Veteran appreciation services

Erwin Temple CME 

The annual veterans appreciation service will be held at Erwin Temple CME Church at 3 p.m. Sunday. This is to show honor and appreciation to those who have served or are currently serving in any branch of the US Military. Guest speaker will the Rev. John R. Bankhead Jr. He served 10 years in the US Army, earning numerous awards and was a staff sergeant. He currently serves as an associate minister at Jerusalem Baptist Church in Spencer under the leadership of the Rev. David Bracken. Lunch will be served from 1:30-2:30 p.m. Music and gospel singing will be provided by guest groups during the afternoon. The Rev. Ervin L. Hannah Jr. is host pastor.

Word of Life 

Word of Life Family Worship Center, 726 E. Liberty St., will have its annual veteran’s recognition Service on Sunday during the 10 a.m. service. Veterans and active duty members of the military will be recognized for their service to the country. Pastor Dr. Martha Starks will deliver words of encouragement to the veterans and family members of those who are no longer with us. Special patriotic music will be provided by the Gospel Choir as well as special solos. For information or transportation call 704-633-2431.

First Calvary Baptist 

First Calvary Baptist Church, 400 S. Long St., will observe Veterans Day at the 11 a.m. service on Sunday with speaker the Rev. Dr. Fleming Otey, retired chaplain at the VA Medical Center. Rev. Dr. Otey, who is from a family of ministers, teachers and community leaders, has served as a chaplain, military officer, community developer and family advocate for more than 55 years. Locally, Dr. Otey has served as president emeritus of the Salisbury Rowan Interdenominational Ministers Association and the United Ministerial Alliance. He has chaired the Let’s Get Connected Day for the Mayor’s Human Relations Covenant Community Connections Subcommittee, continues to support the Veterans Homeless Transition Program and serves as a volunteer chaplain at Novant Rowan Medical Center. Dr. Otey is a member of the Military Officers Association, the VFW, the American Legion and the Disabled Veterans of America. The Rev. Leamon E. Brown is host pastor.

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Pastor’s Aid Union 

The Salisbury-Rowan Pastor’s Aid Union worship service scheduled for Sunday has been canceled. Our annual Holiday feast will be Monday night at 6 p.m. at New Zion Baptist Church. All pastor’, associates and members are welcome. host pastor is the Rev. Patrick Jones.

‘Godspell’ songs at First Presbyterian Salisbury

Traditional services at First Presbyterian Church of Salisbury are held in the sanctuary at 8:30 and 11 a.m. During the contemporary Life Center Worship, the cast of Catawba’s production of “Godspell” will help to lead the service, performing two songs from the musical, Day by Day and Blessed the Lord. Host pastor is Dr. Jim C. Dunkin.

The Noblemen perform at Unity

The Noblemen Southern Gospel Quartet from the Chattanooga, Tenn. area will perform at Unity Presbyterian Church, 885 Woodleaf-Barber Road, on Sunday at 10 a.m. The group’s mission is simply, “Spread the good news of Jesus Christ through song.” A love offering will be taken, and a covered dish lunch will follow the performance. Call 704-278-4248 for details.

Women’s day at St. Luke Baptist 

St. Luke Baptist Church, Hawkinstown Road, will celebrate Women’s day on Sunday at 11 a.m. The speaker is the First Lady of Jerusalem Baptist Church, Jackie Bracken. She retired from DSS in Reidsville and is a past president of Women’s Baptist Association. Host pastor is the Rev. Arthur L. Heggins.

Twelve Tribe Rally at Cedar Grove 

Twelve Tribe Rally at Cedar Grove AME Zion Church on Sunday,beginning at 3 p.m. Program sponsored by the Sr. Citizens Club.

Mt. Vernon celebrates 145 years 

WOODLEAF — The members of Mt. Vernon Presbyterian Church located on Carson Road will observe the 145th church anniversary on Sunday at 11 a.m. on the theme of “The Mt. Vernon Journey 1870 – 2015….A Work in Progress.” The first church was built in 1870 with John Marlin Sr. as carpenter. The current church structure was started in 1890 under the pastorate of The Rev. Crawford. The land upon which the building stands was purchased for $4. The Rev. Juan Guthrie, pastor of Sargent Memorial Presbyterian in Washington, D.C., will preach the anniversary sermon. Musical selections will be rendered by Sargent Memorial Gospel-Aires choir. Rev. Guthrie holds a degree in business administration from NC Central University and a master of divinity degree from Johnson C. Smith Seminary Interdenominational Theological Center in Atlanta, Ga. He served as an intern at St. James Pres. Church in Greensboro and Westminister Pres. Church in Laurinburg. Lunch will be served following the service in the fellowship hall. Dr. Emery Rann is host pastor.

Yuth lead at Mt. Zion UCC

CHINA GROVE — During the 11 a.m. service at Mt. Zion UCC, 1415 South Main St., the Youth will lead the morning service on the topic of David and Goliath. In addition, the Mt. Zion UCC Children’s Choir will sing. On Saturday, Nov. 14 at 2 p.m. at the Alan Cress swimming pool and baptism tank, Mt. Zion UCC Youth will be having a Polar Plunge to begin fundraising efforts toward their 2016 mission trip to Valdosta, Ga. Visit mtzionchinagrove.com or call 704-857-1169. The Rev. Mark L. Burns is host pastor.

Pastor appreciation at Lilly’s Chapel

Lilly’s Chapel Church of God, 618 W. Thomas St., will have an anniversary service for Presiding Elder Dr. Thomas Clawson Sr., past or, on Sunday at 3 p.m. Guest speaker will be Dr. Elder Demonn McNeill, pastor of Total Praise and Deliverance church of God of Raeford. There will be music by t he Total Praise Church Choir.

Southern City celebrates 116 years

EAST SPENCER — Southern City Tabernacle AME Zion Church, 940 S. Long St., will observe its 116th church anniversary on Sunday. The Rev. Dr. Calvin L. Miller, former pastor and currently Presiding Elder of the Winston-Salem District, will bring the message at the 11 a.m. service. Lunch will be served. The Rev. Dr. George Banks, pastor of Goler Memorial AME Zion Church in Winston-Salem will bring the 3 p.m. message. The church will honor members that are age 80 and over for their service to the church. All will be presented “keys to the city.” Members are asked to wear gold, white or red. The Rev. Patrick Tate is host pastor.

Blessing of God hosts prophetess Grebin

LEXINGTON — Prophetess Mena Lee Grebin of Faithful Walk Healing Ministries of Charlotte will be ministering at the Blessing Of God Ministry, 412 Westside Drive on Sunday at 3 p.m. Prophetess Grebin is an end-time prophetic speaker. For more information, call Elaine Hardy at 336-852-8783.

Usher anniversary at United Baptist

KANNAPOLIS — United Baptist Church, 3001 Clermont Ave., will observe its Usher’s Anniversary on Sunday at 3 p.m. The Rev. James Ledbetter, pastor of Old Smith Grove Baptist Church, will be the preacher of the hour. The Rev. John E. Jones is host pastor.

Fairview Heights: ‘What is your evidence’

The Pastor Appreciation Committee of Fairview Heights Missionary Baptist Church, 704 Old Concord Road, is in charge of the 3:30 p.m. Sunday service. The topic is “CSI what is your evidence,” with guest speaker Pastor Bradley Taylor of Outreach Ministries, with music by his choir. Host pastor is the Rev. Clarence E. Marlin.

Concert at Outreach Christian Ministries

Outreach Christian Ministries will host a concert on Sunday at 5 p.m. with special guests the North Rowan Connection Choir, Few Chosen and Stereo, plus Warriors of Praise.

The Gospel Plowboys

WOODLEAF — The Gospel Plowboys will be leading a night of song and testimony at Woodleaf Baptist Church 7790 Woodleaf Road. The service begins at 6 p.m.

Another Chance Church holds revival

EAST SPENCER — Another Chance Church, 211 Correll St., will hold revival services on Wednesday through Friday, Nov. 11-13 at 7 p.m. nightly with guest speaker Bishop Kevin Bost.

In My Father’s House Outreach Ministries

In My Father’s House Outreach Ministries, led by the Rev. Roosevelt Jenkins, continues its series on The Purpose Driven Life, on Thursdays Nov. 12, Dec. 3 and Dec. 10 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the Hurley Room at Rowan Public Library, 201 W. Innes St. The ministry meets the first two Thursdays of each month. For more information, call 704-492-6086.

Choir anniversary at Macedonia Missionary 

CONCORD — The Men’s Choir of Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church of Concord, 6740 Macedonia Church Road, will host its Men’s Choir anniversary on Saturday, Nov. 14 at 6 p.m. Praise & Worship begins at 5:30 p.m. The choir will celebrate the legacy of founder Deacon Willie J. Carson. Other Men’s Choirs tare invited to join in. Contact Deacon Carson Douglas at 704-968-4612 or cdouglas0288@aol.com

Roseman’s 13th pastoral anniversary 

CONCORD — New Beginning Church of God will observe the 13th pastoral anniversary for Bishop Gene and Evangelist Willie Roseman. Services will begin Saturday, Nov. 14 at 11 a.m. with speaker Pastor R. Powell of P3 Ministries of Troutman. On Saturday at 7 p.m., the speaker will be Apostle S. Gillespie of Tabernacle of Joy Ministries, Mooresville. Services will conclude on Sunday afternoon, Nov. 15 at 3 p.m. with speaker Dr. Bishop C.R. Minor of Mt. Calvary Apostolic Holiness Church, Statesville.

 

Thanksgiving meals

Providence Baptist Church, 620 Andrews St.

Free Thanksgiving meals to those in need on Thanksgiving Day, including dine-in, carry-out and delivery services. Providence Baptist will also distribute free winter coats to those in need. Coats can be picked up at meal time or delivered with a meal. Delivery requests must be placed by the Friday before Thanksgiving at 704-209-6454, 704-224-8209 or 704-603-8041.

Churches and organizations planning to offer free Thanksgiving meals may submit their information to faith@salisburypost.com